VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Top leader meets with Turkish President on UNGA 81 sidelines

Top leader meets with Turkish President on UNGA 81 sidelines

Vietnam and Türkiye should also work towards the goal of 4 billion USD in bilateral trade by having Türkiye recognise Vietnam's market economy status, open their respective markets to each other and reduce trade barriers, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam said.
Japanese firm to produce key chip material in Vietnam, Malaysia

Japanese firm to produce key chip material in Vietnam, Malaysia

Tokuyama's Vietnam plant, inaugurated last week, will grind, clean and analyse polysilicon, an essential raw material for semiconductor wafers. Tokuyama is investing 60 million USD in the facility, which is ultimately expected to reach an annual capacity of 4,000 tonnes.
Vietnam, Canada look forward to early elevation of bilateral ties

Vietnam, Canada look forward to early elevation of bilateral ties

Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung stressed Vietnam attaches importance to its relations with Canada and stands ready to work with the latter to step up substantive cooperation towards the early elevation of the Vietnam–Canada Comprehensive Partnership, in line with the political trust, cooperation potential and interests of the two countries’ peoples.
Dien Bien taps natural assets to develop green tourism

Dien Bien taps natural assets to develop green tourism

Not only known for its historical significance, Dien Bien also boasts unspoilt natural landscapes and a cool climate, creating favourable conditions for ecotourism. A range of green tourism models are taking shape, diversifying tourism products and enhancing the destination’s appeal.
Keeping the salt fields of Chau Ha alive

Keeping the salt fields of Chau Ha alive

Under the scorching sun, salt farmers at Chau Ha salt field in Mai Phu commune, Ha Tinh province, work from early morning until late afternoon to produce pure white salt. But behind this generations-old trade are concerns over unstable incomes, weak demand and the risk of the craft fading as younger people seek other livelihoods.
Ho Chi Minh City advances strategy for strong maritime nation

Ho Chi Minh City advances strategy for strong maritime nation

The resolution marks a shift from focusing primarily on the maritime economy to viewing the sea as an economic, strategic and living space, requiring close coordination between development, defence, security, foreign affairs and modern maritime governance.
Southern Da Nang home to pristine beaches

Southern Da Nang home to pristine beaches

Da Nang has a coastline stretching more than 200km, with the southern part of the city home to many beautiful, unspoilt beaches and the peaceful lifestyle of traditional fishing villages.
Vietnam seeks to build national brand for cultural industries

Vietnam seeks to build national brand for cultural industries

The draft law on cultural industry development seeks to establish a formal legal status for cultural industries within the national economic structure and connect their value chains to boost economic value, exports and strategic investment while promoting Vietnamese identity and soft power internationally.
Strength behind rudimentary weapons

Strength behind rudimentary weapons

Not modern military hardware, but rudimentary weapons and even familiar farming tools used by ordinary people were present during the August General Uprising of 1945. More than 80 years later, these artefacts are preserved at the Vietnam Military History Museum, quietly telling their stories to younger generations.
A journey through southern Vietnam during National Day

A journey through southern Vietnam during National Day

In the days surrounding National Day, the red flag with its five-pointed golden star appears across city streets, outside homes and on public buildings. For Vietnamese people, it is one of the most significant occasions of the year. For international visitors, it also offers a rare opportunity to observe, more vividly than usual, the connection between history, national pride and everyday life in contemporary Vietnam.
Social targets for 2030, 2035 and 2045

Social targets for 2030, 2035 and 2045

The Politburo’s Action Programme 33, dated July 28, 2026, implementing the Resolution of the 14th Party Central Committee’s third meeting on renewing Vietnam’s development model, sets specific social targets, including a population of around 105.4 million by 2030, 108.3 million by 2035 and 112.9 million by 2045.
Numerous artefacts unearthed from ancient tomb in Nghe An

Numerous artefacts unearthed from ancient tomb in Nghe An

An excavation at an ancient brick tomb in Ru But, Kim Lien commune, Nghe An province, has unearthed numerous artefacts. Experts initially date the tomb to around the 4th–7th centuries, providing a basis for further excavation and preservation of the site.